"You made a choice to have a baby who is now two. I'd hate to have a family holiday leaving out a member of the family.

"Sorry. I do think it's quite selfish and sends the wrong message to your older children and the younger one too when she is old enough to see the photos etc."

Another added: "Taking a break as a couple = fine. Taking a break as a family = fine

"One on one break with individual child = fine (as long as each child gets a go). Going away as a family and leaving one member behind = not fine for me. Sorry."

A third said: "Couldn't do this, sorry. Baby will miss you so much!"

Many of the mums said they would miss their child too much, but some backed her bid for a toddler-free break.

One wrote: "I could do it with only a brief backwards look to smile and wave at two-year-old grinning from ear to ear at the prospect of a whole weak of spoiling from granny and grandpa.

"Don't be guilt tripped OP. Some parents can't bear the thought of separation from any children, some like me (and you) can see the massive benefits to your older children."

Another wrote: "Go for it. Your mum will be happy, your baby will be happy and not remember anyway, your older children will be happy and you too. It's only for a week. Your brother's girlfriend may not be happy. So what. Have a great time."